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Homere,
introduced by Robert
et Moreau, 1858. This is a nice tidy, twiggy rose, producing blooms singly at the ends of wiry branches. They sometimes droop, but are generally well held. The soft petals can be damaged by rain, but that is likely this rose' only criticism. The foliage is rarely troubled by disease, and is small, but full and clothes the shrub very well. All said, 'Homere' is fine rose that is compact enough for a small urban garden. It is also suitable for a large patio pot. ARS
merit rating: none given
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This
is such a fine little rose. Understated, but a sweet creation, nonetheless.
The cream colored, fully double blooms of crepe petals withe the strawberry
blush on the tips is the most subtle, yet delicious beauty. There is
an excellent Tea fragrance, as you might expect from a Tea from this
period.